What happens if a cat eats an orange?

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Sarah Johnson

Healthcare Technology Correspondent

What happens if a cat eats an orange?

What will happen if a cat eats oranges:

1. Cats eating oranges may cause diarrhea. Because oranges contain a substance called limonene, it can irritate the cat's intestines and cause vomiting and diarrhea in severe cases.

2. Cats eating oranges may damage the cat’s nervous system. Because oranges also contain a unique essential oil, a cat may become sick if it eats a few pieces of orange, but it is not fatal to cats eating this fruit.

3. If a cat accidentally eats orange peels, it must seek medical attention promptly. Because orange peel contains much more essential oils than orange pulp. It’s more harmful to cats.

What to do if a cat accidentally eats an orange:

1. A piece of orange flesh may not have a major impact on the cat. Don't worry too much if they spit.

2. The cat vomits continuously for more than 24 hours because it is in danger of dehydration and needs to go to the pet hospital for treatment in time.

3. The cat has diarrhea for more than 24 hours or there is blood in the stool, the cat shows signs of difficulty breathing, the cat is drowsy and listless for more than 48 hours or shows difficulty in regaining consciousness or has a seizure, and the cat needs to be taken to the hospital in time. Pet hospital treatment.

4. Cats will vomit only two hours after eating oranges. Unless you have permission from your veterinarian, do not try to induce vomiting, and you need to go to the pet hospital for treatment in time.